Alpha 5 Designs Unveiled For 2017 Power Rangers Movie

I think the new Alpha’s going to have a few long-time fans screaming “Ai-yi-yi-yi-yi” at his design.

Earlier today, IGN’s Snapchat account posted a series of concept art pieces for the 2017 Power Rangers movie. Two images, showcasing a front and rear view of the character, were released. So, presented without comment, Alpha 5:

The new Power Rangers film will open on March 24, 2017. Lionsgate describes the feature as:

Saban’s Power Rangers follows five ordinary high school kids who must become something extraordinary when they learn that their small town of Angel Grove – and the world – is on the verge of being obliterated by an alien threat. Chosen by destiny, our heroes quickly discover that they are the only ones who can save the planet. But to do so they will have to overcome their real-life issues and band together as the Power Rangers before it is too late.

In June, Entertainment Tonight published a video interview with actor Bryan Cranston. In the piece, Cranston discusses his role as Zordon in the film, and confirms that he is doing motion capture work for the project.

According to Cranston, Zordon will be brought to life by “a lot of CGI.” In the film, Zordon will be “a real person who was trapped in this eitherworld, and becomes in the walls, so to speak of [The Command Center]. And he still has a heart and mind, and an agenda that he’s got to get these five Power Rangers to defend the Earth or else everyone they know will be killed.”

A theatrical trailer, as well as several character visuals were released last month to promote the film. You can check these out below:

Theatrical Trailer

Character Visuals

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